Athlete of the year honors

Elkhorn Independent’s male athlete of the year is Daniel Stilling, who went 4-1 in five matches at the state wrestling meet last year to finish third. He is currently ranked No. 1 at 145 and said his goal this year is to be on top of the podium. (Submitted photo)

See the Jan. 3 Independent to read feature stories on Stilling along with coach of the year, Amanda Merlo, and female athlete of the year, Cameron Jacobson.